Del Ray Artisans

CANCELLED: Paws in the Park 2025 in Oronoco Bay Park
2025-10-12 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Oronoco Bay Park, 100 Madison Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314, United States
UPDATE posted on 10/10: Due to the anticipated weather, including heavy rain, high winds, and flooding in the park, this event has been cancelled.
Join us at the Paws in the Park outdoor festival! This event is fun for the whole family, featuring entertainment, activities, animal-themed vendors, and, of course, a whole lot of adorable adoptables.
Del Ray Artisans will have a tent with pet-inspired artwork from member Joyce Wagner (Reinvented Elegance), as well as information about current and upcoming events. Please stop by and say hello!
The block party is in the Oronoco Bay Park (100 Madison Street, Alexandria, VA 22314). This free event is open to the community; well-behaved leashed pets are welcome to attend (no Flexi leashes please).
Del Ray Artisans’ Gallery Without Walls partner VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital is a sponsor of Paws in the Park. Stop by the animal hospital (2660 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314) during regular business hours (Monday-Friday 8am-7pm, Saturday 8am-6pm) to see the Flora, Fauna, Fantastica art exhibit by Del Ray Artisans members.

Artwork credit: “Wagging Woofers I” by Joyce Wagner

Exhibit viewing appointment for At Home in Alexandria
2026-03-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
This time is reserved for a special viewing of the Assembly: Together We Grow art exhibit for the nonprofit At Home in Alexandria (AHA).

First Thursday: Photo Scavenger Hunt 6:30-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
2026-04-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Join us inside Del Ray Artisans gallery from 6:30-8pm on the first Thursday of the month from April through September for our family-friendly activity! The activity is free of charge and all ages are welcome.
Come to Del Ray Artisans gallery on Thursday, April 2 from 6:30-8pm for a Fast and Fabulous photo scavenger hunt. Solve the clues with your cellphone images as proof. Use the written clues provided or be inspired by the art on exhibit to challenge your phone-tography skills. What makes a car fabulous? What makes a photograph fabulous?
Plus get a sneak peek of the upcoming art exhibit, Fast and Fabulous! Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September (except closed on July 2nd).

Every year from April through September Del Ray Business Association celebrates First Thursday, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on the first Thursday of the month.
Join the Del Ray community each First Thursday for themed activities, a donation drive to support a local nonprofit, and live music. The theme and nonprofit will be announced in advance, and donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square at the intersection of Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues.
Del Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.

Spring2ACTion 2026
2026-04-08 - 2026-04-22 | Online
Donate April 8–22
Starting Wednesday, April 8 through Wednesday, April 22, 2026 (Giving Day) our community comes together to support the amazing work of Alexandria nonprofits through Spring2ACTion, hosted by ACT for Alexandria. Please remember Del Ray Artisans is one of those worthy causes!
Del Ray Artisans has been promoting art for the benefit of local artists and the community since 1992. Del Ray Artisans supports the development of artists at all levels and serves as a center for thriving artistic activity in Alexandria, Virginia.
During Spring2ACTion, please show your support for Del Ray Artisans’ exhibits, programs, youth and outreach activities which help members of our community grow as individuals and as artists.
If you are in a position to do so, please donate to Del Ray Artisans nonprofit today. Other ways to support:

Buy artwork from local artists during our exhibits or from members’ websites.
Share our Spring2ACTion fundraising page with your network. Crowdsourcing adds up, and we absolutely appreciate every single donation and shout-out.
Register for a Creative Workshop or attend an upcoming Creative Program. Learn something new and have fun!

Please consider a tax-deductible donation and spread the word to friends and family. Every donation is appreciated. Thank you for supporting the arts!
Donate April 8–22

First Thursday: Extended Gallery Hours (Open 12-9pm)
2026-05-07 12:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
In 2026, Del Ray Artisans will have special extended gallery hours on the First Thursday of the month from April through June. Come check out the exhibit today from 12-9pm! The gallery is free to browse and all ages are welcome.
From May 1–23, 2026, Del Ray Artisans gallery is hosting the Alexandria City High School Titan Student Art Exhibition and shining a spotlight on our city’s flourishing young artists.

First Thursday was a former program of the Del Ray Business Association, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk.
Del Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.

First Thursday: Extended Gallery Hours (Open 12-9pm)
2026-06-04 12:00 - 21:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
In 2026, Del Ray Artisans will have special extended gallery hours on the First Thursday of the month from April through June.
From June 5–28, Del Ray Artisans gallery is hosting the USA at 250 art exhibit in celebration of the country’s 250th birthday. Come get a sneak peek today (Thursday, June 4) from 12–9pm! The gallery is free to browse and all ages are welcome.

First Thursday was a former program of the Del Ray Business Association, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk.
Del Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.

Taste of Del Ray VIP Reception
2026-06-07 11:30 - 13:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Taste of Del Ray is one of Virginia Living Magazine‘s top food festivals in the state. Visit the Del Ray Business Association website for details on the 17th annual Taste of Del Ray.
The event will take place on Sunday, June 7 from 1-3pm at the Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields next to the gallery. Purchase tickets in advance on Eventbrite (link will be added once available). Only 500 general admission and 100 VIP tickets will be sold.
VIP benefits include a wine tasting at Del Ray Artisans gallery from 11:30am-1pm and early admission to the food festival starting at 12pm. Note: The wine tasting is only for individuals 21 and older (IDs will be checked) who have Taste of Del Ray VIP tickets.
Tickets are not yet available.

Del Ray Artisans is a member of the Del Ray Business Association. The gallery is open to the public until 6pm on Sunday, June 7th.

First Thursday (Gallery Closed)
2026-07-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
The gallery is closed on First Thursday, July 2, 2025.
Join the fun at Pat Miller Neighborhood Square:
Every year from April through September Del Ray Business Association celebrates First Thursday, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on the first Thursday of the month.
Join the Del Ray community each First Thursday for themed activities, a donation drive to support a local nonprofit, and live music. The theme and nonprofit will be announced in advance, and donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square at the intersection of Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues. The 2025 neighborhood themes were:

April 3, 2025 – Music & Dance on the Avenue
May 1, 2025 – Dog Days in Del Ray
June 5, 2025 – Rep Your Team
July 3, 2025 – Red, White, And Bloom
August 7, 2025 – Surf’s Up
Rescheduled to September 11, 2025 – Antique Appraisals on the Avenue

The 2026 themes are coming soon! Del Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.
